Some Possible Approaches Relating to Methodology of Science in Orthodox Theology
https://doi.org/10.18384/2949-5148-2024-1-24-32
Abstract
Aim. To determine scientific and methodological approaches which can be used in the Orthodox theology as an academic discipline to obtain scientific results.
Methodology. Using the search method and the method of critical analysis, a review of the modern authors’ works devoted to general methodology and the methodology of theology in particular was carried out.
Results. Systemic, structural, categorical, narratological, post-structural approaches for theological research relating to methodology of science are formulated and described. Source study method, hermeneutic, biographical method are described as possible for application.
Research implications. The current study facilitates scientific research in the field of theology during the planning and defining the research agenda.
About the Author
A. I. Musin
Federal State University of Education; Moscow State University of Technology “STANKIN”; Moscow Theological Academy of the Russian Orthodox Church
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Artem I. Musin – Deacon, Cand. Sci. (Physics and Mathematics), Senior Lecturer, Department of Fundamental Physics and Nanotechnology; Senior Lecturer, Department of Physics; Student
ul. Very Voloshinoi 24, Mytishchi 141014, Moscow Region
per. Vadkovsky 1, Moscow 127994
Trinity-Sergius Lavra, Academy, Sergiev Posad 141300, Moscow Region
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